Did you know that if a child goes all summer without engaging his or her brain by reading, he or she could lose some of the previous school year’s lessons? Educators call it "summer loss."
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Greater Federation of Woman's Clubs of Crestview selects 2013-14 officers
CRESTVIEW — Greater Federation of Woman's Clubs member Doris Day, of the Fort Walton Beach chapter, conducted last month’s installation ceremonies for new club officers.
Crestview teenager earns Eagle Scout rank
CRESTVIEW — Jacob Robert Somers, 16, of Crestview, has earned the Eagle Scout Rank, the Boy Scouts of America’s highest advancement.
Crestview AME church invites firefighters to teach life lessons
CRESTVIEW — As Ameylah Horton suited up in firefighting protective gear, she thought about what she wants to be when she grows up.
Open mic night is July 9 at Crestview Public Library
CRESTVIEW — The Crestview Public Library is having an open microphone night for poets and musicians to read, perform, improvise and play together.
Daughters of American Colonists chapter forms in Niceville
VALPARAISO — Members and prospective members of Niceville’s Daughters of American Colonists Eucheeanna chapter recently gathered at the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida for their organizing meeti…
Okaloosa County issues advice to avoid mosquitoes
FORT WALTON BEACH — The Okaloosa County Division of Environmental Services, which began spot spraying in May, has four tips to avoid mosquitoes.
HAMMIN' IT UP: Okaloosa ham radio enthusiasts gather for field day
CRESTVIEW — If a natural disaster wipes out north Okaloosa County’s power lines, amateur radio enthusiasts can link and guide first responders using satellite positioning and related technology.
Finance-themed town hall meeting on Friday in Crestview
CRESTVIEW — Financial adviser Joe Faulk invites the community to attend a Mid-Year Town Hall on Friday night at Warriors Hall. The event will feature advice from community leaders and financial exper…
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"Nations of the World 2013: A Political, Economic & Business Handbook" helps business people interested in overseas commerce, prospective tourists and "armchair" travelers just seeking more global kn…